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Valerie Mahaffey Biography
Birth Place:
Sumatra, Indonesia
Profession
Actor, writer
Fast Facts
- Is of American and Canadien descent
- Was raised in Indonesia and moved during her childhood to several countries including Nigeria, United Kingdom, and Canada
- Moved to Austin, Texas, at the age of 16
- Made her debut as an actress in Broadway in the musical Rex
- Made her debut as an actress on television in 1979
Awards
- 2021Independent Spirit Awards-Best Supporting Female: nominated
- 1992Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: winner
Relationships
- Alice -- Daughter
- Joseph Kell -- Husband